Detroit to Nashville, TN: A 4-Day Adventure

  • Day 1: Explore Downtown Nashville
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    Get a feel for the heart of Nashville by exploring Downtown. Take a stroll down Broadway, filled with country music joints, souvenir shops, and more. Feel like a local and check out Printer's Alley. If you're a history buff, stop by the Ryman Auditorium, the "Mother Church of Country Music."

  • Day 2: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Belle Meade Plantation
    20 minutes (5.5 miles) from Downtown Nashville to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. 20 minutes (7.6 miles) from Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to Belle Meade Plantation.

    Immerse yourself in country music culture at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which features exhibits such as Elvis Presley's Solid Gold Cadillac and a tribute to Patsy Cline. Then head to Belle Meade Plantation to see the historic mansion and grounds, which is known for horse breeding and for being a Confederate general's headquarters during the Civil War.

  • Day 3: Jack Daniel's Distillery and Lynchburg Town Square
    1 hour 30 minutes (81.6 miles) from Belle Meade Plantation to Jack Daniel's Distillery. 5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Jack Daniel's Distillery to Lynchburg Town Square.

    Take a scenic drive to Jack Daniel's Distillery and take a tour of the historic facility, where they make Tennessee whiskey. Finish up the day with a stop at Lynchburg Town Square, where you can find local souvenirs and eateries.

  • Day 4: Grand Ole Opry and The Parthenon
    15 minutes (7.1 miles) from Lynchburg Town Square to Grand Ole Opry. 20 minutes (8.6 miles) from Grand Ole Opry to The Parthenon.

    Make your final day in Nashville unforgettable by catching a performance at the Grand Ole Opry. Then take a trip to The Parthenon, a replica of the Athens monument, located in Centennial Park. Explore the park and its beautiful gardens before concluding your trip to Nashville.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (2-3 hours, $25-50)
  • Belle Meade Plantation (2-3 hours, $24)
  • Jack Daniel's Distillery (1-2 hours, $16-25)
  • Grand Ole Opry (2-4 hours, $45-100)
  • The Parthenon (1-2 hours, $6-10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $116-209

Transportation

Consider renting a car for this trip, as it allows for flexibility in transportation and is more efficient compared to public transportation. The total estimated cost for a car rental for four days ranges from $150-350, depending on the type of car and insurance coverage. The total estimated travel time between Detroit and Nashville is approximately 8 hours with a distance of 534 miles.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting nearby attractions such as the Johnny Cash Museum, Cheekwood Estate and Gardens, or the Frist Art Museum. If you have less time, consider cutting back on visiting the Belle Meade Plantation or the Lynchburg Town Square.

Airports

The Nashville International Airport (BNA) is located 8 miles southeast of Downtown Nashville. It is the primary airport for the Nashville area, serving over 17 million passengers annually.

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